The "Contractor's Right to Stop Work for Nonpayment Amendment Act of 2025" seeks to amend the Private Contractor and Subcontractor Prompt Payment Act of 2013 by introducing several key provisions aimed at protecting contractors and subcontractors in the District of Columbia. The bill prohibits contract clauses that prevent contractors from stopping work due to nonpayment, establishes a clear procedure and timeline for notifying parties of nonpayment, and mandates that owners, contractors, and subcontractors communicate any errors in invoices. Additionally, it specifies that non-deficient items must be paid in accordance with the District's prompt pay statute.

Key amendments include the addition of definitions for "billing period" and "deficiency item," as well as new subsections that outline the rights of contractors and subcontractors to suspend work if payment is not received within specified deadlines. The bill also requires owners to provide written explanations for any withheld payments and to notify contractors of invoice deficiencies within a set timeframe. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance transparency and accountability in payment practices within the construction industry.